How to Master Any Skill 10x Faster with AI

he Trap of Passive Learning

In the information age, learning has never been easier… yet at the same time, more difficult. Most people believe they are learning when they consume books, podcasts, YouTube videos, and online courses. But six months later, they realize they have retained nothing useful. Has this ever happened to you?

The problem is not the lack of information but the way we consume it. Learning has become a form of entertainment, a search for cheap dopamine that makes us feel productive without truly being so.

As Albert Einstein once said: “Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think.”

If we don’t know how to learn, we are doomed to waste time and miss opportunities. The good news is that there is a way to learn faster, more deeply, and more effectively. It all comes down to learning how to learn.

The Importance of Learning to Learn

“Learning is a treasure that will follow its owner everywhere,” said Confucius.

In a constantly changing world, the ability to learn quickly has become the greatest differentiator between those who thrive and those who fall behind. Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the job market, and only those who master continuous learning will be able to adapt and excel.

Knowing how to learn not only improves your ability to acquire new skills but also allows you to connect knowledge, solve problems, and develop more effective critical thinking. As a physicist and great educator Richard

Feynman stated:

“If you can’t explain something simply, you don’t understand it well enough.”

This leads us to a method that will change the way you acquire knowledge.

Learning with Artificial Intelligence: Accelerating the Process

Artificial intelligence has radically changed the way we acquire knowledge. Tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, and Notion AI not only provide instant access to information but also help structure learning efficiently. Here are some ways you can leverage them:

1. ChatGPT and Claude: Act as personalized tutors. You can ask them to explain concepts in simple terms, generate practical examples, or even quiz you to assess your understanding.
2. Perplexity AI: A tool that functions as an advanced search engine, providing well-documented answers with sources.
3. Notion AI and Obsidian: Help structure knowledge by summarizing information and creating mind maps to visually organize ideas.

Example Prompts to Learn Faster

If you want to accelerate your learning with AI, here are some effective prompts you can use with ChatGPT or Claude

• Explain [topic] as if I were 10 years old.
• Give me a list of key concepts in [topic] and how they relate to each other.
• Generate a 4-week study plan to learn [skill] from scratch.
• Ask me exam-style questions about [topic] and evaluate my answers.
• Provide real-world application examples of [concept].

Techniques for Connecting Information and Concepts

One of the most common mistakes in learning is treating knowledge as isolated compartments. To truly learn, you need to establish connections between concepts. One effective technique for achieving this is Relational Learning:

• Mind Maps: Use tools like Notion AI or MindMeister to visualize how concepts relate to each other.
• Feynman Technique: Explain a concept in your own words and link it to previous knowledge.
• Analogies: Relate what you’re learning to something you already master. Example: “The functioning of a neural network is similar to the decision-making process in a chess team.”
• Socratic Questions: Continuously ask yourself “Why?”, “How does this relate to what I already know?”, “Where can I apply this?”

The Pareto Principle and Parkinson’s Law in Learning

Effective learning is not only about the tools you use but also about how you manage your time and energy. Here’s where two universal laws come into play:

1. Pareto Principle (80/20 Rule): 80% of results come from 20% of efforts. In learning, this means identifying the key concepts that generate the most impact and focusing on them.
2. Parkinson’s Law: Work expands to fill the time available. If you give yourself six months to learn a skill, it will take six months. If you give yourself four weeks, you will achieve it within that time. Set strict deadlines and work with intensity.

My Method for Learning with AI

Instead of getting lost in hours of aimless theory, I developed a structured method to learn faster with artificial intelligence. This system combines planning, active practice, and teaching, using tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity AI, and Notion AI. The key is to use AI not only to consume information but also to structure learning, solve doubts, and reinforce knowledge through teaching. Below, I explain the step-by-step process of my method applied to learning Python, though you can adapt it to any other skill.

Step-by-Step Guide to Learning with AI

1. Create a Study Plan with ChatGPT

?? Ask ChatGPT: “What is the best study plan to learn [skill] in X weeks?” ? Action:

• Get a clear structure with essential topics.
• Adjust the plan based on my availability.

2. Find the Best Learning Resources with Perplexity AI

?? Ask Perplexity AI: “What are the best books, courses, and free tutorials to learn [skill]?” ? Action:

• Select 2–3 reliable sources.
• Organize resources in Notion AI for quick access.

3. Start Practicing with Exercises

?? Ask ChatGPT: “Give me 10 beginner exercises for [skill] with solutions.” ? Action:

• Solve the exercises in a practical environment (Jupyter, VS Code, etc.).
• Compare my answers with the provided solutions.

4. Solve Doubts and Debug Errors with Claude AI

?? Ask Claude: “This code is giving me an error: [paste my code]. Can you explain what’s wrong and how to fix it?” ? Action:

• Analyze the explanation and apply the correction.
• Try to reformulate the solution in my own words to reinforce learning.

5. Build a Real Project with AI as a Mentor

?? Ask ChatGPT: “Suggest a simple project I can build with what I know about [skill].” ? Action:

• Choose a small project to apply my knowledge.
• Ask ChatGPT or Claude for help when stuck with questions like: “How can I optimize this code?”

6. Reinforce Learning with the Feynman Technique

?? Ask ChatGPT: “I’m going to explain [concept] to you. Correct me if I make any mistakes.” ? Action:

• Explain the concept in my own words.
• Receive feedback and corrections from ChatGPT.
• If I have gaps, review the theory again.

7. Teach and Share What I’ve Learned

?? Ask ChatGPT: “Help me write a post explaining [topic] in a simple way.” ? Action:

• Write a LinkedIn post or record a video explaining what I’ve learned.
• Receive questions and comments, reinforcing my learning.

My Story: From Learner to Educator with AI

Five years ago, after finishing my master’s in Big Data, I realized that the best way to learn was by teaching. I decided to start my YouTube channel, where I began explaining concepts about Big Data, artificial intelligence, and Python programming.

Here is one of my videos of YouTube channel (PythonIA)

As I created content, I noticed that my understanding of the topics improved exponentially. Explaining complex ideas in a simple way reinforced my learning and forced me to understand the topics in depth.

Over time, I launched my Udemy courses on data analysis and automation with Python. Today, I continue learning, but I do so more efficiently thanks to artificial intelligence. I use ChatGPT to generate content outlines, Claude to refine explanations, and tools like Notion AI to organize my knowledge. Teaching has not only helped me solidify what I have learned but has also allowed me to impact thousands of people in their learning process.

You can check my Udemy course here

Conclusion

Knowing how to learn is the most valuable skill of the 21st century. It’s not just about accumulating information but about applying it strategically. By using artificial intelligence tools and effective methodologies, you can master any skill in record time.

The question is: What skill are you going to learn today, and how will you use AI to do it more efficiently?

As Richard Feynman wisely said: “The first principle is that you must not fool yourself, and you are the easiest person to fool.”

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